Biblical Counseling Resources

To all of my friends, acquaintances, and others who have produced new, biblically-based materials:
Please forgive the fact that I am way behind in updating these lists.
Hopefully, I'll have time to add new items as time unfolds.
Until then, be sure to also search the lists provided by biblical creation and counseling ministries:
(GBI, AiG, CMI, ICR, CRS, NANC, IABC, ABC, etc . . .)

Wayne Mack & David Swavely,
Life in the Father's House: A Member's Guide to the Local Church.
This little book is one of the best presentations of our Father's purpose, plan, and practice for His family - the local church. It's written especially for the members, not the leaders, and includes chapters on:
1. The importance of church vs. parachurch.
2. Why commit to official membership?
3. How to find and choose a good, biblical church.
4. Relating to church leadership.
5. Roles and responsibilities of men and women in church.
6. Why and how to participate in worship?
7. Using our spiritual gifts.
8. Confronting one another in love - maintaining purity for our Father's honor.
9. Preserving unity in the Body of Christ (the family of the Father).
10. Praying for one another.
** Plus, an appendix with a study guide and questions.

Please remember, as ambassadors of Jesus' Kingdom, we are not to battle with the civil authorities. We are actually commanded by our King, the Son of God, to "obey" and show "honor" to all civil authorities (Mat 22:16; Rom 13; Titus 3:1-8; 1 Pet 2:13-17; Jude 8-9).
[An excellent tape sermon on this vital subject by Dr. John MacArthur is available for
FREE (only to first timers) by mail request to:
Email address = letters@gty.org Tape Title = "Obeying Civil Authorities"

We certainly are to vote, lobby, and utilize other legal mean of respectful appeal. But most of all, we are to model the humble strength of our Lord, His Way of hypotasso (Mat 11:28-30; John 14:6; 1 Pet 2:21-25). And secondly, we are to practice disciplined discipleship both at home and gathered as the church. We must equip one another and our children in the Way that will L.E.A.D. to Restoration (Love - Equipping - Accountability - Discipline). As the World turns, it is not turning in repentance. And in the midst of the increasingly anti-Christian atmosphere, we must reflect the image and character of our Lord Jesus, the fruit of His Spirit both at home and as the church.

This booklet is the best foundational study on the basics of Christian truth I've seen. It is a 13 week workbook that is excellent for family devotions or church training.
It begins with an overview of the Bible, how to study it, the attributes of God, salvation, etc., & ends with discerning God's will and decision making.

(Order it from Grace Books International) Only $ 5.00 1.800.GRACE15
Only $ 5.00
13248 Roscoe Blvd.
Sun Valley, CA 91352

Jay Adams, Ph.D., Handbook of Church Discipline, [A loving yet direct biblical examination of the vital process for accountability-discipline-restoration in the Body of Christ] Dr. Adams is the author of over 60 books, former Director of Advanced Studies and Professor of Practical Theology at Westminster Theo. Seminary, retired pastor, and perpetual biblical counselor.]
John H. Armstrong, ed., Reforming Pastoral Ministry: Challenges for Ministry in Postmodern Times. 2001 Crossway. [Articles from many well known pastors and authors, especially Baptist seeking to return to a more biblical model of "church".
Richard Baxter's, Practical Works (4 Volumes) [This classic 17th century series is a treasure
of practical wisdom for establishing and maintaining true koinonia relationships in a church.]
** E.H. Broadbent, The Pilgrim Church [Tracing the pathway of the forgotten saints from Pentecost to the Twentieth Century, with helpful timeline and color maps.]

Mark Dever, Ph.D., A Display of God's Glory: Basics of Church Structure (Deacons, Elders, Congregationalism, & Membership), [202-543-1224, 525 A Street, NE, Washington, DC 20002, http://www.churchreform.org]

Mark Dever, Ph.D., ed., POLITY: Biblical Arguments on How to Conduct Church Life. [A collection of historic Baptist Documents relating to the purpose, structure, and strategy of church function for God's glory.]
Peter Fleming, The Church. [A tiny booklet by one of the five men martyred by the Auca Indians.
      The best known of the five was Jim Elliot, whose wife, Elizabeth, went on to write many excellent works.
      This booklet concisely explains the beauty and simplicity of the New Testament church model.
       Gospel Folio Press, Box 2041, Grand Rapids, MI 49501-2041]
Wayne Grudem, Ph.D., Systematic Theology [Thorough and practical, 1260 pages]

Gary Johnson & R. Fowler White, eds., Whatever Happened to the Reformation? (2001)
[Chapters by MacArthur, Wells, Sproul, Powlison, et. al., call the "modern" church to turn away from "open theism", "psychotherapy", and "evolutionary theory", and to turn back to the historic, biblical truths of the reformation.]
John MacArthur, D.D., SHEPHERDOLOGY. ["A master plan for church leadership"]
John MacArthur, D.D., Rediscovering Pastoral Ministry [Practical application of biblical mandates]

William MacDonald, Christ Loved the Church. [A small yet comprehensive study booklet ]
Wayne Mack & David Swavely, Life in the Father's House: A Member's Guide to the Local Church.
Iain Murray, D. Martyn Lloyd-Jones: The First Forty Years 1899-1939. [Encouragement for pastors!]
Christopher Schlect, Critique of Youth Ministry. [The issue: Whose responsibility is it?]
     (Canon Press, 1-800-488-2034, Box 8741 Moscow, ID 83843)
Alexander Strauch. Biblical Eldership, ["An urgent call to restore biblical church leadership"]
    ** Click here for an online copy of the condensed booklet form of this excellent book!
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Alexander Strauch. The New Testament Deacon: Minister of Mercy. [He says: "My heartfelt burden is to help
      deacons get out of the ... building maintenance mentality and into the people-serving mentality.]
Alexander Strauch. Using Your Home For Christ. [Hospitality, practically applied]
  * Also by Strauch, Men & Women: Equal Yet Different (Lewis & Roth Publishing).

Eric Wallace. Uniting Church and Home: A Blueprint for Rebuilding Church Community. Eric's book is a clear and practical presentation of the concerns that many Christian families today are trying to share with their pastors. It expresses the heart of the purpose and strategy of our own church and ministry, Family Bible Church & Biblical Family Soulcare. About the book, Mike Farris, President, Home School Legal Defense says, "Home schooling families especially will find this to be an encouraging book, filled with practical, workable ideas for integrating the church and home." It explains how an overemphasis on "fun" programs and age-segregated classes can seriously undermine our Father's real purpose for His church.
David Wells, Ph.D., God in the Wasteland : The Reality of Truth in a World of Fading Dreams.
David Wells, Ph.D., No Place for Truth or Whatever Happened to Evangelical Theology? David Wells has uttered a cry of the heart in summoning the evangelical church to renewal and escape from the cultural captivity he fears is overtaking it. His sweeping analysis examines the collapse of theology in the church, in the academy, and in modern culture, raising profound questions about the future of conservative Protestant faith.

General Soulcare
Fundamentals of the Faith, by the staff of Grace Community Church. This 93 page workbook is one of the best basic discipleship studies available. It is a 13 week, examination of the foundations of Christian belief and practice. (1-800-472-2315)

"What Did God Do Before Sigmund Freud?", Sid Galloway 2001 30 minute video: Chapel message presented at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Ft. Worth, Texas.

Richard Bennett (former Dominican Catholic priest) & Martin Buckingham. Far Fromm Rome Near To God.
[The testimony of 50 ex-Catholic priests, who have converted to Biblical Christianity. This wonderful book is not an attack on Roman Catholicism, but simply a loving effort to compare God's Word with man's traditions.]
Thomas Boston. (rewritten by Curtis Crenshaw). How to Profit from our Afflictions.
(Originally titled: The Crook in the Lot.) [How to use trials for God's glory]
Henry Brandt, Ph.D. & Kerry Skinner, The Heart of the Problem. [Sin is the root]
Henry Brandt, Ph.D. & Kerry Skinner, The Word for the Wise. [ Scripture counseling]
Jerry Bridges, The Pursuit of Holiness. [Guidelines for life that glorifies God]
Ed Bulkley, Ph.D., Only God Heal Wounded Heart. [God's counsel applied]
Jeremiah Burroughs, Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment. [overcoming anxiety]
Jonathan Edwards, Charity and Its Fruits. [The centrality of agape love in sanctification]
Exodus International [Ex-Gay ministry helping others find freedom and love in Christ]
1-888-264-0877 (PO Box 77652 Seattle, WA 98177)

Jim Elliff, Led by the Spirit. This little book is an excellent tool for objectively rather than subjectively discerning the will of God as you make decisions in your everyday life. Christian Communicators Worldwide, 816-453-6903]
G. Richard Fisher & M. Kurt Goedleman, The Confusing World of Benny Hinn: A Call for Discerning the Ministry & Teaching of the Popular Healing Evangelist. This gracious, yet direct, iron sharpening examination of the claims and facts surrounding Benny Hinn and his ministry is a much needed expose.]
Richard Ganz, Ph.D., Psychobabble. [Evidence for the sufficiency of God's Word]
Richard Ganz, Ph.D., The Secret of Self-Control.
Martha Gathright, Choosing Christ's Character: A daily devotional guide.
Bob Hoekstra (Counseling God's Way, Books, articles, audio available at Living In Christ)
Steve Lawson, D.Min., Made in Our Image: What Shall We Do with a 'User-Friendly' god? [Much of the confusion and conflict in the lives of modern Christians can be attributed to a seriously distorted view of God, especially a tendency to overemphasize God's love to the exclusion of His holiness. Remember, when Isaiah saw God's glory he said, "Woe is me, a man of unclean lips." Job finally proclaimed, "I had heard of you, but now I see and hate myself, and repent in dust and ashes." God's response to both men was praise, mercy, and grace, lifting them up into a more abundant life of submissive obedience.]
Martin Lloyd-Jones, M.D. D.D., Spiritual Depression. [Biblical theology of depression]
John MacArthur, D.D , Anxiety Attacked. [Biblical solution to worry]
MacArthur & Powlison, The Coming Crisis in Evangelicalism.
John MacArthur, D.D., Our Sufficiency in Christ. [Christ's awesome gift of Himself]
John MacArthur, D.D., The Power Of Suffering. [Shows the good news of Rom 8:28-29]
John MacArthur, D.D., Found: God's Will. [Objective rather than subjective biblical decision making.]

Dr. Wayne Mack (http://www.mackministries.org), has been at the forefront of the biblical, discipleship counseling movement for decades. For the past many years, he has been instrumental in the development and growth of the Biblical Counseling Department at The Master's College (John MacArthur, President).

Wayne's newest book, God's Solutions to Life's Problems, written together with his son, Joshua, is one of his most practical yet. We highly recommend it!

Richard Mayhue, The Healing Promise: Is it always God's Will to Heal? [Features Joni Eareckson Tada, this new book shines much need light on the distorted and exaggerated claims of the modern "faith" movement.]
Andrew Murray, Humility. [Biblical answer to self-esteem errors]
Andrew Murray, Absolute Surrender. [The foundation to all of counseling]
J.I. Packer, D.D., Knowing God, [God-esteem]
Decisions, Decisions, by Dave Swavely (2003). Dave's book is an excellent resource for everyone, especially in a day when wise, biblical discernment has been replaced by subjective feelings. This book is both biblical and practical, and it is simple to understand and apply.
A.W. Tozer, The Pursuit of God, [God-esteem, as John 3:30]
Thomas Watson, The Duty of Self-Denial. [A 1675 classic refutation of modern selfism]
Donald Whitney, Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life, This guide draws from the rich heritage left us by      the early church fathers, the Puritan writers, and Jesus Himself to lead group members or individuals through a carefully selected array of disciplines, including Scripture reading, meditation and application, prayer, worship,
     evangelism, stewardship, fasting, silence and solitude, and journaling.

Marriage Relationship (The Rank, Role, & Responsibility of Husbands & Wives)

[Please note that each of the following books on biblical marriage contain some very practical and timely advice in this new age of subtle deceptions.]

Nancy Wilson's book, The Fruit of Her Hands, is one of the best regarding the rank, role, and responsibilities of wives, and so we highly recommend it now as our first choice for women.

Elders of Grace Community Church (John MacArthur, Pastor), The Biblical Position on Divorce & Remarriage. (818-909-5500) http://www.gracechurch.org [This little booklet, provides a concise overview of the relevant Bible passages, culminating in a Christ-honoring, conservative, and yes - "politically incorrect" - exposition of God's Word on divorce and remarriage.]
Jay Adams, Ph.D., Marriage, Divorce and Remarriage in the Bible. [Jay walks the reader through the biblical and historical evidence to provide scripturally practical counsel for individuals, couples, and churches on this vital issue.]
Robert Andrews,
Elisabeth Elliot, Let Me Be A Woman. [A mom's counsel to her daughter]
Mary Farrar, Choices. [How feminism has deceived even the church]
Wayne Grudem, Ph.D. & John Piper , Recovering Biblical Manhood-Womanhood. [Revealing God's design]
David Hagopian & Douglas Wilson, Beyond Promises: A Biblical Challenge to Promise Keepers (Forward by John Armstrong). The critique of the PK movement is endorsed by John MacArthur, Sproul Jr., Don Matzat, and others. Canon Press.
Elizabeth Rice Hanford, Me? Obey Him? (Revised Version Only). [* Be sure to read our lengthy qualification of books that focus on husband / wife relationships. This book emphasizes the beauty of biblical submission. It is highly recommended by Elizabeth Elliot, the well known speaker on women's issues.
Mrs. Elliot also recommends Daughters of Sarah - by Genevieve White, see below]

H. Wayne House, Ph.D., Divorce & Remarriage: Four Christians Views. [In this one small volume, you'll be able to examine the biblical evidence for the four major views on this important subject exegetically presented and debated by four men, each of whom holds to a particular view.]
John MacArthur, D.D., Different By Design. [Men & women are wonderfully different]
John MacArthur, D.D., The Family. [Bible study on the family]
Wayne Mack, D. Min., Your Family God's Way. [Practical application of principles]
Wayne Mack, D. Min. & Nathan Mack, Preparing for Marriage. [Premarital counseling & practice]
Martha Peace, The Excellent Wife; also Becoming A Titus 2 Woman. [The majority of Martha's materials are very good, yet please see our detailed critique of her writings in our Book Reviews section. We strongly disagree with Martha's promotion of the modern belief that a wife of a Christian husband is to be his active accountability partner and rebuke him. We believe the most Christ honoring, biblical response for any person under the rank (hypotasso) of a sinful authority is not rebuke, but rather the full scope of appeal, first directly to that immediate authority, then to the authorities above him (such as the church or government). The majority of Martha's book is very good, so please see our detailed critique of similar materials in our Book Reviews section. ** Again, please be sure to read, above, our lengthy qualification of books that focus on husband / wife relationships.]
Lou Priolo, The Complete Husband [Very practical exhortation! Not Christianity Lite
- 1-800-789-8175 Calvary Press]
Stuart Scott, The Exemplary Husband: A Biblical Perspective. [Stuart's new book is one of the best contemporary works available for Christian husbands.

Stuart's book is very practical and thoroughly biblical. He stands strong, yet humbly against the myth of mutual submission. The book is very specific in its down to earth advice to husbands on everything from how to live with your wife in a loving and understanding manner, to sex, to communication, to the process of church discipline when a wife is hardened in rebellion.]
Charles Spurgeon. Spurgeon's Sermons on Family & Home. [The practice of family reformation]

Ken Sande, (http://www.hispeace.org), a unique man among attorneys (even Christian ones), founded PeaceMaker Ministries many years ago, to help believers utilize the Bible's wonderful reconciliation principles for God's glory. Far too many Christians are suing, divorcing, hurting one another, and grossly dishonoring our Heavenly Father before a watching world of unbelievers. Ken's first book, PeaceMaking, has helped countless people across the globe, and now his newest book, Peacemaking for Families, applies God's conflict resolution truths to the most important set of relationships each of us have - the Home.

R. C. Sproul, The Intimate Marriage. [A tiny, concise summary of principles for honoring God]
Alex Strauch, Men & Women Equal Yet Different: A Brief Study of the Biblical Passages on Gender.
Ed Wheat, M.D., Love Life. [Marital communication for oneness. Weak re: male/female roles]
Ed Wheat, M.D., Intended For Pleasure. [Biblical sexual counseling. Weak re: sex for God's glory]
Genevieve White, Daughters of Sarah. [17 Charlemont St., Dorchester, MA. 02122; 617-288-6140]
**** Again, please be sure to read, above, our lengthy qualification of books that focus on husband / wife relationships. Mrs. White's book is excellent and is recommended by Elizabeth Elliot. Very Practical counsel on becoming a godly wife and mother!

Nancy Wilson, The Fruit of Her Hands. [One of the best books for understanding and growing in the role of godly woman. It is a thoroughly biblical work, practical, and balanced. CANNON PRESS]

"Here's a valuable aid for parents seeking help. . . . a wealth of practical and biblical advice for parents seeking to fulfill the mandate of Deut. 6:6-7"

Ron Allchin, Sr., Ripening Sonship: A Wise Father's Counsel to His Son" (A study in Proverbs for sons).
     To order 847-398-3529, or BiblicalCC@aol.com
J.W. Alexander, Thoughts on Family Worship. [An 1847 classic, showing what, why & how]
J.W. Alexander, The Christian Father's Present to His Children. [The shepherding role of Dad]
John Ankerberg & Craig Branch, Thieves of Innocence. [Protecting our children from new age]
David Barton, Did TELEVISION Cause the Changes in Youth Morality? [Booklet - Charts/Stats]
    (From Wallbuilders - (817) 441-6044) *Suggestion: Control the TV, use Christian videos.
Gary Bauer, Moms & Dads SCHOOL SURVIVAL GUIDE. [Parental rights & tips to equip]
    (From the Family Research Council - 800-225-4008)
FRC has three new tools to help parents, grandparents, educators, and clergy understand America's education woes. They're called Making Your School Family-Friendly, Moms and Dads School Survival Guide, and the Channel One Packet. All are a "must read" for everyone who wants to stay abreast of the battles to improve our education system.
Rick & Marilyn Boyer, Home Educating with Confidence. [They have 12 kids. Enough said!]

Jim Elliff, CHILDHOOD CONVERSION. [This little pamphlet sensitively warns of the potential dangers of assuming that a child's confession of faith is genuine. I have counseled hundreds of adults who had for years assumed they were "saved" based on having "walked the isle and been baptized" as a young child. Yet they discovered decades later that the lack of fruit in their life was simply because there was no root.]

Elizabeth Elliot, The Gatekeeper, (Newsletter) A wonderful and invaluable source of godly advice to women. Gateway To Joy P.O. Box 82500 Lincoln, NE 68501-9758, USA E-mail: gj@backtothebible.org

Ken Ham, (VHS), The Genesis Family - [Significance of creationism for family life, especially fathers & family leadership].
  ** (From Institute of Creation Research   1-800- 628-7640)
Max Heine, Children: Blessing or Burden. [Exploding the myth of the Small Family]
Branon House, Reclaiming A Nation At Risk. [The battle for faith, family, & freedom]
John Angell James. A Help To Domestic Happiness. [An 1833 classic of practical parenting advice]
Berit Kjos, Brave New Schools.   [Socialistic globalism & Gnosticism replacing family values]
Martin Lloyd-Jones. God The Father, God The Son. [The cornerstone of the church & the family]
Cathy Mickels & Audrey McKeever, Spiritual Junk Food: The Dumbing Down of Christian Youth.
1999, WinePress Publishing. [This book has received praise from numerous endorsements, including
                   Dr. John MacArthur who says: "A well-documented presentation of how "pop" psychological
                     concepts have infiltrated Christian youth groups all across the country. "A much
needed wake-up call for parents and youth leaders."
Jerry Marcellino, Rediscovering Family Worship. [A "how to" guide for fathers & single-moms]

John & Noel Piper, T HE FAMILY: TOGETHER IN GOD'S PRESENCE (Pamphlet). You and your church need this 10 cent pamphlet on how and why young children should worship with their parents in church. It is biblical, logical, and very practical. 612-373-0651; www.desireingGOD.org ]
Lou Priolo, The Heart of Anger: Practical Help for the Prevention and Cure of Anger in Children. [1-800-789-8175 Calvary Press]

Lou Priolo, Teach Them Diligently: How to Use the Scriptures in Child Training. Timeless Text 2000. John MacArthur says: "Here's a valuable aid for parents seeking help. . . . a wealth of practical and biblical advice for parents seeking to fulfill the mandate of Deut. 6:6-7"
Bruce Ray, Withhold Not Correction. [Practical principles for child discipline]
J. C. Ryle, Thoughts for Young Men. [Practical advice for men of all ages]
Christopher Schlect, Critique of Youth Ministry. [The issue: Whose responsibility is it?]
     (Canon Press, 1-800-488-2034, Box 8741 Moscow, ID 83843)
Julian Simon, The Ultimate Resource 2 [A non-Christian, scholarly work proving that there is
     no over population problem, merely a problem with politics and people's hearts.
     1996, Princeton University Press. ** Not an "easy" reader folks - 725 pages]
Charles Spurgeon, Spiritual Parenting. [Biblical parenting, before Dr. Spock]
Charles Spurgeon, Spurgeon's Sermons on Family. [outlines on Christ-centered family relations]
Tedd Tripp, D.Min, Shepherding a Child's Heart. [Balances relationship with discipline well]
Noah Webster, Advice to the Young & Moral Catechism [A classic of biblical counsel for life & relations]
(This & other old classics are available from WallBuilders, Box 397, Aledo, TX 76008, 817-441-6044.)

Spiritual Warfare
(Online Booklet - free) Sid Galloway, Spiritual Warfare: The Real Soul War [Warnings about extremes, practical counsel for victory]

Jim Elliff, Led by the Spirit. Audubon Press 1-800-405-3788
What does it mean to follow God? In a personal and pastoral way, Jim Elliff seeks to help the believer gain
confidence in understanding and following the will of God. This book is not only practical, but answers some of
the most important questions which confuse sincere believers in their desire to do God's will. Jim Elliff emphasizes
that guidance has far more to do with sanctified reason than such extraordinary measures as seeing signs or
hearing voices. This is a balanced and biblical approach to how the Holy Spirit guides the believer.
Thomas Ice & Robert Dean, Overrun By Demons. [An excellent balance re: spiritual warfare and demonology.]
Hank Hanegraaff, Counterfeit Revival. [An expose of popular, yet extreme teachings]
Peter Jones, Ph.D., Spirit Wars. [Gnosticism's modern attack on the Church]
Alex Konya, DEMONS: A Biblically Based Perspective. This is a very conservative and thoroughly Scriptural examination of demonology.
John MacArthur, D.D., The Christian & Government (Romans 13:1-7) [A solidly biblical, yet unpopular message about how Christians should & shouldn't respond to government. Conclusion: rebellion is wrong!]
* Try Grace Book Shack to get it (http://www.bookshack.com)
John MacArthur, D.D., The Vanishing Conscience. [Our critical need for conviction of sin]
John MacArthur, D.D., First Love [Personal intimacy with the Lord]
John MacArthur, D.D., Ashamed of the Gospel. [The worldliness of modern Christianity]
John MacArthur, D.D., How To Meet the Enemy. [Practical spiritual warfare]
John MacArthur, D.D., Saved Without a Doubt. [Salvation: sure & secure]
D.R. McConnell, A Different Gospel. [Critiques "name it and claim it" deceptions]
David Powlison, Ph.D., Power Evangelism. [Warns about extremes re: miracles & demons]
Charles Spurgeon. Spiritual Warfare in a Believer's Life. [Compiled from Spurgeon's works]
Isaac Watts. Logic: The Right Use of Reason in the Inquiry After Truth. [How to think biblically]

Medical / Biological
Medicine & Counseling: Can biological factors stop the Holy Spirit's fruit? article by Sid Galloway
Your Drug May Be Your Problem: How and Why to Stop Taking Psychiatric Medications.
1999 by Peter Breggin, M.D. & David Cohen, Ph.D. (This new book has three pages of endorsements from leaders in the field of neurology, psychiatry, etc.. Please note however, Peter is not a Christian, so his "spiritual" views are generic and unbiblical. In august of 1998, I had the privilege to speak at a conference along with Peter Breggin and others, and my personal discussions with him convinced me that he is one of the most sincere, committed, and knowledgeable experts in the realms of neurology, CNS biochemistry, and psychopharmacology.
(Publisher's comments: "It is the first book to expose the shortcomings of psychiatric drugs and to guide patients and doctors through the process of withdrawing from them. This is the only book to provide an up-to-date uncensored description of the dangers involved in taking every kind of psychiatric drug. It is the first and only book to explain how to safely stop taking psychiatric drugs. Psychiatric drugs are given positive names like "antidepressant," "tranquilizer," "sleeping pill," "stimulant," "mood stabilizer," and "antipsychotic. "But can they do more harm than good? Can they make you feel worse than ever?") More information is available at Breggin's, "Center for the Study of Psychiatry and Psychology", 4628 Chestnut Street, Bethesda, Maryland, 20814

James Halla, MD. A new book, PAIN: The Plight of Fallen Man - God's Prescription for Persevering, by James Halla, MD, is an excellent resource for all of us living in this broken world full of suffering. It is published by Timeless Texts.
Journal of Biblical Ethics in Medicine (Practical help on contemporary medical issues)
Mars Hill (Mark Eastman, M.D.)
Spiritual Depression: Its Cause & Its Cure, by Dr. Martin Lloyd-Jones. [Dr. Lloyd-Jones was trained as a medical physician, then called to be a pastor, and became one of the greatest practical scholars of the 20th century. This book is an invaluable resource of hope and healing in an age where only symptoms are treated.]
Paul de Parrie. Dark Cures: Have Doctors Lost Their Ethics?. [Examines the growing euthanasia mindset]
* Franklin E. ("Ed") Payne, M.D., Biblical Healing for Modern Medicine: Choosing Life
and Health or Disease and Death (1993 Covenant Books).
................ Making Biblical Decisions: Birth Control, Abortion, Insemination. (Hosanna House)
................ Biblical Medical Ethics: The Christian and the Practice of Medicine. (Mott Media Publishers)
Mark Pendergrast , Victims of Memory: Sex Abuse Accusations and Shattered Lives [Evidence against false memories]
William Playfair, M.D., The Useful Lie (A Christian critique of the AA, 12-Steps belief system regarding alcohol addiction and "recovery". This book is a real eye opener for those who've never examined the evidence from a medical perspective.)
Paul Reisser, M.D., Teri Reisser, & John Weldon, New Age Medicine: A Christian Perspective on Holistic Health. (InterVarsity Press 1987).

Timeless Text Description
"Nouthetic Counseling recognizes the importance of working together with physicians, but distinguishing between organic and non-organic sources of problems is often difficult. Dr. Smith's groundbreaking book can help pastors and counselors better understand and treat those under their care."

Dr. Thomas Szasz, Pharmacracy: Medicine and Politics in America (2001). professor of psychiatry emeritus, State University of New York Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, author of over 400 articles and 19 books, has written many works addressing the legal and pseudo-scientific problems with the field of psychology including: Psychiatric Slavery, also The Myth of Mental Illness, and its sequel, The Myth of Psychotherapy, The Meaning of Mind (Praeger, 1996), and Fatal Freedom, (Praeger, 1999).

Ed Wheat, M.D., Intended For Pleasure. [Biblical sexual counseling. Weak re: sex for God's glory]
Ed Welch, Ph.D., Counselor's Guide To The Brain, [Physical factors affecting counselees]

Financial Counsel
Christian Financial Resources (Larry Burkett)
- Crisis Control in the New Millennium: Seven Key Principles for Your Financial Prosperity. 1999
[This book is NOT one of those fear stirring, or "name it an claim it", texts. It is thoroughly Biblical, emphasizing hard work, wise stewardship, and trust in God's sovereign control over every crisis.
Ronald Blue & Co.
The Money Masters (Video Set) [Highly acclaimed historical survey of the modern fruit of 1 Timothy 6:10 "The love of money is a root of all evil . . . ."] To order TMM - 1-888-843-7568 (extension 60)

Why Government Can't Save You: An Alternative to Political Activism, by Dr. John MacArthur. This important book will challenge you to choose a truly biblical response as the world turns increasingly toward global governance and universal spirituality. Beware of the fleshly tendency to demand our rights, rant and rail at lost sinners, instead of presenting the humble, heart of holy love that is the character of Christ. See the article: "Are You Balancing Holiness & Love?".

Terrorism & The Constitution: Sacrificing Civil Liberties in the Name of National Security, (A new book, 1999, by James X. Dempsey, David Cole) former assistant counsel to the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Civil and Constitutional Rights, is senior staff counsel at the Center for Democracy and Technology and director of The Oversight Project. David Cole, who argued the LA 8 case in the Supreme Court, is a professor of law at Georgetown University, an attorney with the Center for Constitutional Rights, and legal affairs correspondent for The Nation.
** The following review is by John Conyers, Jr. , Member of Congress
"In this day of increasing concern with acts of terrorism, there are strong demands to curtail our cherished liberties. David Cole and Jim Dempsey painstakingly delineate the dangers inherent in the Antiterrorism Act of
1996. I heartily recommend this book to all concerned with the protection of our traditional liberties, particularly because the argument for restrictions is shown to be without merit."
James Hirsen, J.D., Ph.D. The Coming Collision,
see also Government By Decree: From President to Dictator
Dr. Hirsen is a professor of international law at Trinity Law School, and has compiled definitive evidence that our "global village" is moving at an exponential rate toward a unified governmental and spiritual system. These new books reveal the efforts of transnational individuals, UN-NGO's, governments, and corporations to use international law as a the glue toward global governance. Folks this is not conspiracy theory, but simply an illustration of the Biblical warning: "the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil". Dr. Hirsen's conclusions indicate that the heart of this system is an anti-biblical, socialistic order of increasingly centralized power that denies the reality of man's depravity. Therefore, there is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the way of death/destruction/dictatorship. . . confusion/conflict/chaos. (Prov 14:12).
J.R. Nyquist, Origins of the Fourth World War, 1999 (Black Forest Press 1-800-451-9404). Recommended by Colonel Stanislav Lunev, Russian GRU defector, who says the book is - "a brilliant result of long term and very professional geo-political research and analysis. His book is based on real facts and information connected with current international developments. . . . His book is very important for the National security of America . . . ."

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